Neglect or abuse in a care facility should never be ignored. We know how to hold assisted living providers accountable—and win.
Assisted living vs. nursing homes—why it matters
Assisted living residences aren’t hospitals, but they must keep residents reasonably safe. From waterfront buildings near Domino Park and the Williamsburg Bridge to high-rises by the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, negligence can look like missed medications, poor fall prevention, or lax security. Mason Law PLLC understands the different duties ALFs owe compared with nursing home abuse and negligence cases, and we tailor the investigation accordingly.
Common Assisted Living Injury Cases
- Falls due to poor supervision, unsafe stairs, bad lighting: Dim hallways, loose carpets, and uneven thresholds are frequent hazards in older buildings from Downtown Brooklyn to FiDi.
- Medication errors, dehydration/malnutrition, pressure injuries: Missed doses, wrong meds, or failure to monitor intake can lead to hospitalizations at NYU Langone or Brooklyn Hospital Center.
- Elopement/wandering injuries; assault due to inadequate security: Unsecured exits near McCarren Park or busy corridors along Bedford Ave can expose residents to traffic and street risks.
When a loved one is injured in an assisted living facility, it’s more than an accident—it’s a breach of trust. We fight to hold the facility accountable and secure the compensation your family deserves.
Proving Negligence in Assisted Living
- Care plans, staffing levels, incident logs, surveillance, prior complaints: We compare written care plans to what actually happened, review staffing on the shift, and seek camera footage and state complaint histories.
- Third-party responsibility (maintenance vendors/property owners): When building conditions play a role—stairs, elevators, lighting—we also pursue
premises liability claims against owners or vendors.
Damages We Pursue
Hospital/rehab costs, pain and suffering, loss of dignity, relocation expenses:
We quantify medical care, home-health needs, transfers to safer settings, and the disruption to daily life and family routines.
Our Approach for Families
- Discreet investigations; coordination with geriatric/rehab experts: We work with geriatricians, physical therapists, and wound-care specialists to explain how the facility’s lapses caused harm.
- Protecting residents from retaliation; rapid safety planning: We help families address safety immediately while pursuing accountability under
medical malpractice principles when healthcare services fall below standards.
NYC & Brooklyn/Queens Focus
From Williamsburg and Greenpoint to Downtown Brooklyn, LIC, and Astoria, we meet families close to home or at our Lower Manhattan office near Bowling Green. We know the local streets, transit, and hospitals where residents are often transferred after an incident.
Not sure? We offer free consultations. We’ll review your situation and explain your options—no pressure, no fees unless we win.
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Securing Justice for Injured Residents
From immediate treatment costs to ongoing care and support, injuries in assisted living can be overwhelming. With Mason Law PLLC on your side, you’ll have dedicated advocates fighting to recover the full compensation you deserve.
Let’s talk about your case before time runs out.
FAQs about Assisted Living Facilities injuries
What’s the difference between assisted living negligence and nursing home malpractice?
ALFs provide housing and supportive services, while nursing homes deliver skilled nursing. Duties differ, but both can be liable for negligence.
How do I document neglect in an ALF?
Photograph hazards and injuries, save medication lists, collect incident reports, and note dates, staff names, and conversations.
Can facilities evict a resident for complaining?
Retaliation policies and housing laws protect residents. We advise on steps if you fear pushback after reporting concerns.
How quickly should we contact a lawyer?
Immediately. Evidence—camera footage, logs, witnesses—can disappear quickly.
What if my parent has dementia and can’t describe what happened?
We rely on medical findings, staffing records, and surveillance to reconstruct events; a resident’s memory limitations do not end the case.
